Citral
AKA: ● CITRAL, NATURAL, 7-DIMETHYL-(E)-2, 6-OCTADIENAL, REACTION PRODUCTS WITH ET ALC
Allergen Warning
⚠️ EU Fragrance Allergen
Synthetic
Fragrance
Not Clean
Citral is found in carrot. Citral, or 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienal or lemonal, is either of, or a mixture of, a pair of terpenoids with the molecular formula C10H16O. The two compounds are double bond isomers. The E-isomer is known as geranial or citral A. The Z-isomer is known as neral or citral B. Citral has been shown to exhibit apoptotic, anti-nociceptive and anti-inflammatory functions (A7910, A7911, A7912). Citral belongs to the family of Monoterpenes. These are compounds contaning a chain of two isoprene units.
Formula
C10H16O
Mol. Weight
152.23
CAS #
5392-40-5
Form
Liquid
Functions
Flavouring
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Quells irritation
Reduces redness
Reduces swelling
Traditional Use
A naturally occurring volatile aldehyde found in various plants; used in fragrance chemistry as a fresh, fruity note. Synthesized in the 20th century for use in cosmetic and perfume formulations to replicate natural plant scent compounds.
Skin Types
●Caution
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
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